When a tooth becomes infected, treatment is needed right away. Otherwise, the issue could grow worse until extraction is required to prevent the infection from spreading. But what causes this and how do you treat an infected tooth? With a safe and comfortable endodontic procedure known as root canal treatment, we can repair infected teeth.
Frequently Asked Questions About Treating Dental infection
Question: Why do they occur?
Answer: A dental infection typically forms when a cavity remains untreated. The decay could be the result of poor oral hygiene or possibly injury to the tooth. Without treatment, the cavity grows until bacteria comes into contact with the inner pulp, the collection of nerve tissues that keep the tooth alive and healthy. The tooth can then become infected.
Question: What are the common symptoms of an infected tooth?
Answer: Patients may notice their teeth feel sensitive or ache. In addition, pain can be felt when eating or speaking. Swelling near the tooth, fever, and bad tasting discharges could also be warning signs. Don’t ignore these possible symptoms, as an untreated infection could eventually kill the tooth. Then, extraction becomes necessary to prevent the infection from spreading to surrounding teeth or into the jawbone itself!
Question: How does root canal therapy work?
Answer: Answer: With root canal therapy, we administer a local anesthetic before opening the tooth and removing the infected tissue. We then clean the interior of the tooth and add a restorative material. Finally, we cap the tooth with a dental crown.
Question: Will my tooth look natural following treatment?
Answer: Yes! We often use ceramic dental crowns, custom-made to ensure a more lifelike appearance. If you have any questions about root canal therapy, then please contact our office today. We can help protect your tooth and ensure you continue to enjoy a healthy, beautiful smile.
Do You Have Questions About Root Canal Treatment?
At Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS, we can fix infected or abscessed teeth with root canal therapy. We’ve proudly served our patients in Astoria, NY (including Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and all surrounding communities) since 1991. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Leibowitz, call our office in Astoria today at 718-728-8320.
